OTTAWA — A former Supreme Court justice, a renowned historian, a former premier and a legendary hockey coach are among the latest additions to the Order of Canada.

Ian Binnie, who retired from the high court last year, has been named a companion of the order, its highest rank.

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Natalie Zemon Davis, a University of Toronto historian and author of The Return of Martin Guerre, is also named a companion, as is Montreal conductor Yannick Nezet-Seguin.

Former Alberta premier Ralph Klein is named a new officer of the order, along with veteran TV journalist Craig Oliver and Michael Pitfield, a former senator and one-time clerk of the Privy Council.

Pat Quinn, who coached five different NHL teams during a storied career and led Team Canada to an Olympic goal medal in 2002, is also a new officer.

There are 69 new additions to the order and one promotion.

Quebec violinist Angele Dubeau, who was named a member in 1996, is promoted to officer.

The recipients will be invited to accept their insignia during a ceremony to be held at a later date.

Established in 1967 to recognize outstanding lifetime achievement in one’s field as well as community service, the Order of Canada is considered one of the country’s highest civilian honours.

More than 5,000 people have been invested into the order in the past 40 years.

– With files from Postmedia News

The complete list of new appointments to the Order of Canada:

COMPANIONS OF THE ORDER OF CANADA

The Honourable Ian Corneil Binnie, C.C., Toronto, Ont.For his contributions to the legal profession, notably as a justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, and for his commitment to legal education and the rule of law.

Natalie Zemon Davis, C.C., Toronto, Ont.For her distinguished contributions to the field of history, notably her pioneering approach to previously unexamined aspects of social history.

Yannick Nézet-Séguin, C.C., Montréal, Que.For his contributions to music as one of the most sought-after conductors in the world at a young age.

OFFICERS OF THE ORDER OF CANADA

Robert G. Bertram, O.C., Aurora, Ont.For his contributions to the financial and pension industries and for his advocacy work on corporate governance.

Jean Bissonnette, O.C., Montréal, Que.For his contributions as a director, producer, pioneer and visionary in the television and entertainment industries.

Francine Décary, O.C., O.Q., Montréal, Que.For her contributions to the field of haematology as a researcher, professor and administrator.

Elizabeth Dowdeswell, O.C., Toronto, Ont.For her contributions to public and environmental policy.

Angèle Dubeau, O.C., C.Q., Westmount, Que.For her achievements as a violinist of international stature and cultural ambassador for Canadian music. This is a promotion within the Order.

Chantal St-Cyr Hébert, O.C., Montréal, Que.For her professional achievements as a journalist and columnist, whose contributions to English- and French-language media provide a unique perspective on Canadian politics.

Paul F. Hoffman, O.C., Victoria, B.C.For advancing the field of geology, notably through his landmark research on the Precambrian period of Earth’s history.

Prabhat Jha, O.C., Toronto, Ont.For his contributions to epidemiology and the economics of global health, which have influenced the development of global health policy.

Ralph Klein, O.C., A.O.E., Calgary, Alta.For his decades-long contributions to Alberta as a journalist, mayor of Calgary and premier.

Stephen Chatman, C.M., Vancouver, B.C.For his contributions as a composer and teacher to a generation of Canadian composers.

Guy Corneau, C.M., Montréal, Que.For his contributions as a writer, speaker and radio and television host, helping people to resolve difficulties in their lives.

Franklin Delaney, C.M., Beaconsfield, Que.For his role in the development of the telecommunications industry and his community engagement in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine.

Wadih M. Fares, C.M., Halifax, N.S.For his contributions to Nova Scotia as an entrepreneur, community leader and committed volunteer.

Anthony (Tony) Fields, C.M., Edmonton, Alta.For his contributions to cancer treatment, diagnosis and research in Alberta as a professor and administrator.

Allan Gotlib, C.M., Thornhill, Ont.For his contributions to advancing research in the chiropractic profession and its interprofessional integration.

Michel Goulet, C.M., Montréal, QuebecFor his accomplishments as a sculptor of international acclaim and as a set designer, teacher and mentor to other artists.

Alia Hogben, C.M., O. Ont., Gananoque, Ont.For her achievements as a social worker and champion of the rights of women, particularly Muslims, and for promoting dialogue between faiths.

Greg Hollingshead, C.M., Edmonton, Alta.For his contributions as an award-winning author of fiction, a teacher and an active member of Canada’s literary community.

Nancy Kilgour, C.M., Calgary, Alta.For her contributions to dance as a distinguished teacher of ballet in Canada and abroad for over 50 years.

Henry Kloppenburg, C.M., Saskatoon, Sask.For his generosity in support of Saskatchewan’s cultural, educational and conservation heritage and for his committed service to the community.

Merril Knudtson, C.M., Calgary, Alta.For his innovative contributions to cardiology, notably his leadership of APPROACH, a database tracking the long-term health of cardiac patients across Canada.

The Honourable Frances Lankin, P.C., C.M., Restoule, Ont.For her contributions to social justice as a politician and as a social service administrator, championing the rights of women and the disadvantaged.

Louis LaPierre, C.M., Moncton, N.B.For his contributions to the protection and preservation of the natural environment at the local, provincial and national levels.

William Laskin, C.M., Toronto, Ont.For his contributions as a musician and internationally recognized instrument builder and for his promotion of folk music in Canada.

Monique F. Leroux, C.M., Montréal, Que.For her contributions as a businesswoman, role model and mentor to women in the financial sector.

Guy Maddin, C.M., O.M., Winnipeg, Man.For his contributions to the growth and development of the film industry in his province and across Canada.

Salem Masry, C.M., Fredericton, N.B.For his contributions as an innovator and entrepreneur in digital mapping technology.

Kenneth Maybee, C.M., O.M.M., New Maryland, N.B.For his contributions to improving respiratory health for Canadians and for his voluntary service to the community.

Des McAnuff, C.M., Stratford, Ont.For his contributions to the theatre, notably his work with the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, and as director of award-winning musicals.

Elizabeth McWeeny, C.M., Thunder Bay, Ont.For her work as a volunteer, advocate and leading Canadian voice on behalf of refugees.

Lois Mitchell, C.M., Calgary, Alta.For her contributions as a business and community leader in Calgary and for her volunteerism in support of sports and the arts.

Bernice Morgan, C.M., St. John’s, N.L.For her contributions as an author to Newfoundland and Labrador’s literature and for her support of the arts in her province.

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